Travel Date : September 6, 2025
Overview
You can expect some seriously arm aching action from hard fighting carp here, with the biggest carp going to over 67lb. This is also one of the prettiest French gravel pits you can imagine and can be hired as a lake exclusive or on an individual basis.
A maximum of 8 anglers (10 if booked exclusively) have the choice of 11 swims; 10 of these being big doubles, so mates can be very sociable but without feeling hemmed in. All have easy access via car and you’re welcome to park behind your swim for the week, making it ideal for those with campers too.
Lined with trees and wide grassy borders, the lake has a lovely shape and a large variety of features – small bays, open water and various gravel bars. The crystal clear water in the sunshine gives the lake its name.
The lake was originally stocked in the 1980’s and then abandoned and left to its own devices until it was re-discovered by Sebastien Vasseur in 2011. It can still throw up some big surprises including a huge catfish, which many have tried but failed to get to the bank, so if you’re after this one, go prepared!
You will find Blue Lake south west of Paris between Normandy and the Loire Valley, just one hour from Paris by car. There are excellent road links to the major Channel ports – Caen is just 2½ hours away and Calais only 4 hours.
F.A.Q
How much bait will I need?
<p>We recommend on average 30kg of bait.</p>
What bait do you recommend?
<p>We recommend large pellets, large boilies, floating boilies and corn.</p>
If you supply bait on site, will I be able to get more bait during my stay if I need it?
<p>Yes, we provide pellet and corn bait and you can pick up some more during the week. Please remember to email your bait requirements to us in advance.</p>
Is my UK carp set-up suitable for your lake?
<p>The lake bottom, being a gravel pit, can be harsh on your end tackle. We recommend taking extra leads and hooks just incase. We also recommend the following sizes of equipment: fishing rods 3.5m long, 2.75-3.5 t/c; reception mat, min 1m x 0.5m x 0.2m; net XXL.</p>
What hook size do you recommend?
What breaking strain of main line do you recommend?
What is the surface of the swims - can I use bank sticks?
<p>Normal ground, which can bake very hard in the summer months, but bank sticks are usually ok.</p>
Are any special tactics required?
<p>Snowman and floating.</p>
Can I drive to the lake in order to unload?
<p>Yes and your vehicle can stay close to you.</p>
Can I visit friends in the neighbouring swim whilst leaving my rods out?
<p>Yes, it is possible to walk to the closest swim either side of your own and leave your rods out, as long as you take a receiver with you.</p>
Is the lake secure? Can we leave our gear on the bankside if we go out?
<p>The venue is secured by a locked gate and only other the anglers on the lake have the code. So, if you trust the other anglers, then we think it is fairly secure.</p>
Can we drink the tap water?
<p>Yes, the water is drinkable.</p>
Do you have UK plug points?
<p>There are some adaptors but we recommend that you bring your own just in case.</p>
How far are the nearest supermarket / petrol / tabac?
<p>3km, just under 2 miles.</p>